Elizabeth Zimmermann
Meg SwansenWelcome to Schoolhouse Press
Schoolhouse Press is a publisher of knitting books, patterns, and instructional videos, the home of Knitting Camp, and a knitting supply business founded in the mid-1950s by British-born master knitter Elizabeth Zimmermann. Today, we are a typical small business located in Wisconsin, USA, run by Elizabeth's family and a few staff members wearing a number of hats. Our focus is on customer service (yes, it's still possible to reach us by phone--800-968-5648) and supplying knitters with books, patterns, wool, and tools we use and endorse. Learn More.
Featured Products
I-Cord Gloves (& Hat) Streaming Video
Elizabeth Zimmermann (inventor of the term I-Cord, as well as dozens of variations) and her daughter, Meg Swansen, have utilized I-Cord in uncounted practical, innovative, and delightful ways. Here is a novel use by Meg....
How to Knit a Haapsalu Shawl
If you have hesitated to delve into knitting a legendary Estonian Haapsalu shawl, here is a valuable booklet intended to guide you through the entire process. These step-by-step instructions were assembled by master knit...
WG 98 Cowls
Cowls are quite popular at the moment, and for good reason: Relatively quickly knitted (and portable), they provide a cozy, attractive accessory when completed, with opportunities for the knitter to incorporate interesti...
Knitting Patterns
Knitted Clogs - SPP 63
We have had several requests to make this pattern available independently of Knit One Knit All, where is appears on pages 38-39. It is a classic bit of Elizabeth Zimmermann (EZ) creativity. Knits up quickly and is cozy a...
Hawk Head and Hat, SPP73
Open up a whole new world of picture knitting. Learn the techniques (simpler than you might imagine) while knitting an attractive hat (directions included), then move on to Meg’s impressively lifelike Hawk Head, in the...
Fingerless Fair Isle Mitts and Selbu Flower Mittens, SPP74
Woollen Mittens: Providers of warmth and comfort, quickly knitted, many opportunities to experiment with color and patterns, always welcomed as presents, and such interesting histories from the many countries in which mi...
Shepherd's Pi, SPP75
Experience the magic of Elizabeth Zimmermann’s Pi Shawl utilizing charming sheep motifs, including Kate Davies' Rams and Yowes among others. Created by Knitting Camper Marianne Williams, this is a delightful project wo...
Sideways Mystery Mittens, SPP76
How's this for a new approach to knitting mittens? So EZ asked in 1972 (Wool Gathering #6) about her Sideways Mystery Mittens, and they are as surprising and fresh today as they were then. In addition to the clever desig...
WG 98 Cowls
Cowls are quite popular at the moment, and for good reason: Relatively quickly knitted (and portable), they provide a cozy, attractive accessory when completed, with opportunities for the knitter to incorporate interesti...